What are Scars?

The video tutorial explains how scars form as part of the body's healing process, focusing on collagen's role. It describes various types of scars, including hypertrophic, keloid, pitted, and contracture scars, and their characteristics. The tutorial also covers treatment options such as corticosteroid injections, laser therapy, and silicone sheets to reduce scar appearance and improve skin condition.

What is the primary protein involved in the formation of scars?

• Keratin

• Elastin

• Melanin

• Collagen

Which type of scar is characterized by a red, raised pattern on the skin?

• Atrophic scar

• Hypertrophic scar

• Contracture scar

• Pitted scar

What causes pitted or atrophic scars to form?

• Burns

• Overgrowth of scar tissue

• Loss of fat or tissue beneath the skin

• Excessive collagen production

Which treatment is known to reduce redness and discoloration in scar tissue?

• Corticosteroid injections

• Laser therapy

• Silicone sheets

• Pressure bandages

What is a common method used to manage severe scarring after a skin graft?

• Pressure bandages

• Surgical removal

• Vitamin E oil

• Dermal fillers